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The U. S. Constitution is changed by amendments.
The Amendments section of the U. S. Constitution allows for a changing nation to adapt to new circumstances and realities. The U. S. Constitution was ratified on June 21, 1788.
The U. S. Constitution has been amended twenty seven times.The Constitution, has been amended 17 times since the first 10.
Unlike a bill becoming a law, a proposed amendment can become part of the U. S. Constitution only if at least three fourths of the states agree to it. That acceptance by each state is what is called ratification.
House powers given by U. S. Constitution: + introduce all revenue bills + impeach (accuse) officials Senate powers given by U. S. Constitution: + ratify all treaties + confirm important presidential nominations + try impeached officials